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Andrew Amsan
Andrew Amsan is a Special Sports Correspondent with The Indian Express, based in New Delhi. Andrew has a keen focus on athletics and has been covering the field extensively since 2014. His in-depth reporting and storytelling have earned him multiple prestigious awards. Andrew's expertise extends beyond just reporting; he brings a nuanced understanding of the athletes' journeys, challenges, and achievements. His stories often highlight the untold narratives in athletics, shedding light on grassroots development, emerging talent, and India’s growing impact on the global stage. With nearly a decade of experience in sports journalism, Andrew is committed to raising awareness about Olympic sports in India and amplifying the voices of athletes.
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No biryani, no family time or festivals, and hard work: How Jyothi cracked a 20-year-old recordSubscriber Only
May 12, 2022 01:36 IST
When Jyothi joined the centre, she realised that she would not only have to make changes to her technique but also her eating habits.
Thu, May 12, 2022
Teen athletics star Priya Mohan, who beat Dutee, sparks buzz with top numbers on biomechanics chartSubscriber Only
May 05, 2022 21:14 IST
Last year, Priya Mohan clocked 52.77s, which got her to a close fourth at the Junior World Championships at Nairobi, and was India’s best timing in 400m in 2021.
Fri, May 06, 2022
Long Read: A village of churches, halwa and the next big hope in Indian athletics, long jumper Jeswin AldrinSubscriber Only
April 16, 2022 19:55 IST
Long jumper Jeswin Aldrin, 20, made heads turn with a series of 8-metre-plus jumps this season and a gold medal at the Federation Cup. The Indian Express travels to Mudalur, the village of the rising star in athletics, to get a taste of the famous Muscoth halwa created by Aldrin's great grandfather and to trace the journey of the shy and reticent jumper destined to break records and bag major medals.
Mon, Apr 18, 2022
Inspired by the Anime character Goku, Amlan breaks 200-metre national recordSubscriber Only
April 06, 2022 22:22 IST
23-year-old clocks 20.52 seconds at the Federation Cup to better Mohammed Ansas's previous national record of 20.63s.
Thu, Apr 07, 2022
Heptathlete with six toes returns to competition, wins goldSubscriber Only
April 05, 2022 23:51 IST
Swapna Barman resurfaces after four years of struggle against injuries in the oblivion; is grateful her three precious customised spikes aren't overused.
Wed, Apr 06, 2022
Jilna, a mother of an 18-month-old daughter, returns to fast lane, wins silver in 100 metresSubscriber Only
April 05, 2022 00:32 IST
Jilna clocked a personal best of 11.63 seconds in the Federation Cup; because of training she has seen her daughter just once in the past eight months.
Tue, Apr 05, 2022
Friends off field, rivals on it: Gold for one, new India record for otherSubscriber Only
April 04, 2022 04:10 IST
On Sunday evening, Jeswin Aldrin (21) and Murali Sreeshankar (23) were engaged in a dramatic face-off, in a long jump competition of lengths never reached before on Indian soil.
Mon, Apr 04, 2022
Two-time World C’ships medalist from Cuba now grooming India’s NextGen of jumpersSubscriber Only
April 03, 2022 08:05 IST
Although it’s still early days, Betanzos has no qualms in admitting that he is dreaming big.
Sun, Apr 03, 2022
Federation Cup: Battle of 8 metre-plus long jumpers set for next chapterSubscriber Only
April 02, 2022 08:50 IST
With the Asiad, CWG and World Championships lined up, athletes will be looking to put their best foot forward.
Sat, Apr 02, 2022
Nurse’s gang-rape: Four national-level swimmers’ arrest shocks fraternitySubscriber Only
March 31, 2022 01:49 IST
The incident has left the swimming fraternity shocked. The quartet was well known on the domestic circuit and had trained and competed at facilities across the country, according to their peers.
Thu, Mar 31, 2022
Are you in the circus? Pole vaulters recall harrowing travel talesSubscriber Only
March 09, 2022 00:31 IST
Damaged equipment, snide remarks, getting deboarded, loading own cargo are just some of experiences athletes have undergone.
Wed, Mar 09, 2022
After TTE objects to pole tied to railing, national champ forced to deboard trainSubscriber Only
March 02, 2022 23:02 IST
The problem may have been resolved but the youngsters, who had to make frantic calls for help, feel scarred and dejected.
Thu, Mar 03, 2022
Velvet glove that forged Lovlina Borgohain’s iron fistSubscriber Only
February 11, 2022 08:14 IST
Sikkim coach Sandhya Gurung, who won the Drona last November, nurtured Tokyo medallist Lovlina Borgohain's early boxing career
Fri, Feb 11, 2022
Javelin thrower Vikrant Malik rekindles Asiad dreams after overcoming injury and winning University Games goldSubscriber Only
January 22, 2022 22:11 IST
He trains under his father Rajender, a retired army personnel who also served as a bodyguard for former India president K.R. Narayanan in the early 90’s.
Sun, Jan 23, 2022
Why Novak Djokovic is being threatened with deportation by AustraliaSubscriber Only
January 06, 2022 22:16 IST
On Tuesday, the World No.1 posted on social media that he has been granted an “exemption permission” to participate in the Australian Open.
Sat, Jan 08, 2022
1.5k on the track, 100k on InstagramSubscriber Only
December 30, 2021 09:19 IST
Runner Harmilan is one of the many athlete-influencers using social media to gain followers and secure endorsements.
Thu, Dec 30, 2021
Anju Bobby George’s leap of faithSubscriber Only
December 11, 2021 10:48 IST
Anju Bobby George, the decorated long jumper, has paired up with her husband and coach Bobby to mould the next generation of jump queens with their technical guidance and parental warmth.
Mon, Dec 13, 2021
Young pole vaulter Devraj’s struggle: Living in rented single room near drain in Delhi, working as security guard at nightSubscriber Only
December 09, 2021 19:16 IST
Crazed passion for pole vault led a teenaged Devraj to leave home in Bhilwara and move to the capital.
Fri, Dec 10, 2021
Manu Bhaker slowly getting past the dread devil of OlympicsSubscriber Only
December 01, 2021 18:09 IST
Teen pistol shooter has matured after intense scrutiny followed her Olympics showing.
Wed, Dec 01, 2021
Bangaon, the Little Finland of javelin throwers in Haryana, which is churning out championsSubscriber Only
October 30, 2021 13:35 IST
Dubbed the Finland of Haryana, the back-woodsy village of Bangaon is the new javelin hub of the country. Behind its emergence are a physical education teacher, an academy on a chicken farm and a group of motivated teenagers.
Sat, Oct 30, 2021
‘Coach’ Vipin Kasana’s last shot as javelin throwerSubscriber Only
October 24, 2021 11:52 IST
The real threat came in September last year when the NCR-based athlete was diagnosed with a life-threatening liver complication.
Sun, Oct 24, 2021
Hima got too much attention, needs to understand her future is in the sport: GalinaSubscriber Only
October 20, 2021 20:06 IST
Coach says a three-month break after failing to qualify for the Olympics has helped the athlete reassess her goals.
Thu, Oct 21, 2021
No money for bus, warm water instead of milk: Runner Lokesh Kumar struggles with lack of fundsSubscriber Only
October 19, 2021 12:22 IST
Delhi U-16 100m, 300m silver medallist — lives in a rented room with his family of four. Father, a cycle rickshaw driver, has been mostly out of work since the pandemic, and mother works as a domestic help at the bungalows nearby.
Wed, Oct 20, 2021
‘Looks like a different generation now in India. Lots of taller and fitter athletes’Subscriber Only
October 14, 2021 21:43 IST
The experienced athletics coach has been training the Indian 400m teams
Fri, Oct 15, 2021
Teenager Dilip Gavit pushes the limits to compete with able bodied athletesSubscriber Only
October 13, 2021 00:28 IST
Gavit, whose arm was amputated elbow down, is challenging himself and other athletes at the Open event in pet 400m event
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